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Muskingum University

New Concord, OH · Private nonprofit · Bachelor's degrees · Rural

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About Muskingum University

Muskingum University is a private university in New Concord, Ohio, United States. Chartered in 1837 as Muskingum College, the institution is affiliated with the Presbyterian Church (USA). New Concord is located in far eastern Muskingum County, which derives its name from the Muskingum River. It offers more than 60 undergraduate majors and graduate programs and enrolled 2,100 students in 2023. Muskingum's campus consists of 21 buildings, a football stadium, and a small lake which all sit atop 225 acres (0.91 km2) of rolling hills overlooking New Concord. Alumni are referred to as the "Long Magenta Line" and students are known simply as "Muskies", while its athletic teams are called the "Fighting Muskies".

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82%

Acceptance

$19,532

Net price

1,376

Enrollment

56%

Grad rate

Report Card

B-

Academics

Graduation & retention rates

B-

Value

Earnings vs. cost of attendance

C+

Career Outcomes

Graduate earnings after 10 years

B+

Affordability

Average net price after aid

C-

Selectivity

How hard it is to get in

C

Diversity

Racial & ethnic balance of students

Grades are computed from official U.S. Department of Education metrics (graduation, cost, earnings, selectivity and student diversity).

Admissions

82%

Acceptance rate

1,017

SAT average

ACT midpoint

SAT Reading460560
SAT Math450545
ACT Composite1722

Bars show the middle 50% (25th–75th percentile) of admitted students.

Cost & Financial Aid

$19,532

Average net price

$32,665

In-state tuition

$32,665

Out-of-state tuition

$13,088

Room & board

$1,100

Books & supplies

$44,658

Total cost of attendance

39%

Students receiving Pell grants

81%

Students with federal loans

$25,369

Median student debt

Average net price by family income

$0–30K
$14,684
$30–48K
$14,479
$48–75K
$16,336
$75–110K
$21,372
$110K+
$23,493

Net price is the average annual cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students.

Popular Majors

After Graduation

$48,440

Median earnings (10 yrs)

$40,536

Median earnings (6 yrs)

56%

Graduation rate

73%

Retention rate

81%

Earn more than a HS grad

$9,506

Instructional spend / student

Student Body

1,376

Total enrollment

6%

Part-time

21

Avg. age at entry

36%

First-generation

Gender balance

53% women
47% men

Race & ethnicity

White
81%
Black
8%
Two or more races
5%
Hispanic
3%
Asian
1%

Muskingum University FAQ

Is Muskingum University a public or private school?

Muskingum University is a private nonprofit institution located in New Concord, OH.

What is the acceptance rate at Muskingum University?

Muskingum University has an acceptance rate of 82%, based on the latest U.S. Department of Education data.

How much does Muskingum University cost?

The average annual net price at Muskingum University is $19,532 — the typical cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students. Published tuition is $32,665.

What is the graduation rate at Muskingum University?

About 56% of students at Muskingum University complete their degree, according to federal completion data.

How much do Muskingum University graduates earn?

Ten years after enrolling, Muskingum University students earn a median of $48,440 per year.

What SAT or ACT scores do you need for Muskingum University?

Admitted students at Muskingum University have an average SAT score of 1,017. Requirements vary, so check the school's admissions office for the latest.

How many students attend Muskingum University?

Muskingum University enrolls about 1,376 students.

Campus

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